China Enacts Rules Against Foreign Extraterritorial Jurisdiction

• •China has introduced regulations to counter foreign extraterritorial jurisdiction.
• •The new rules allow for countermeasures and the creation of a malicious entity list.
• •Affected individuals can file lawsuits against those enforcing unlawful jurisdiction.

On April 13, 2026, Chinese Premier Li Qiang signed a decree establishing new regulations to counter foreign states' unlawful extraterritorial jurisdiction measures. The regulations, consisting of 20 articles, define such measures as actions violating international law that threaten China's sovereignty and interests. They empower the Chinese government to take countermeasures and establish a malicious entity list targeting foreign organizations involved in these actions. Additionally, the rules allow affected Chinese citizens and organizations to file lawsuits against those enforcing extraterritorial jurisdiction. The regulations aim to protect China's rights and interests in the face of unilateral sanctions and long-arm jurisdiction. This initiative follows China's 2021 law on countering foreign sanctions and reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen legal mechanisms against foreign interference.